2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Tribute | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |